For more than 130 years, YWCA Peterborough Haliburton has worked to help women and children in our community escape and heal from the effects of gender-based violence. More than an organization, we strive to be a trusted pillar of safety and support, and one that women can turn to in times of need. While thousands …
Peterborough, ON — March 17th, 2026 — This just in, registration is now officially open for this year’s Walk a Mile in Their Shoes event! If you’re looking for a fun way to make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of women and children experiencing the effects of gender-based violence, then Walk a …
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Peterborough, ON – March 8th, 2026 – YWCA Peterborough Haliburton Education Awards Committee welcomes applications for 2026 Hazel Education Bursary. YWCA Hazel Education Bursary is intended to help women who have experienced gender-based violence reach their goals through education or training. YWCA Peterborough Haliburton Board of Directors, through the Education Awards Committee, and with the …
Peterborough, ON – February 19th, 2026 – YWCA Peterborough Haliburton is seeking volunteers who identify as women with a passion to be involved with an organization that helps women and children thrive. “The YWCA plays a vital role in our community and its sustainability depends on women who will make impactful decisions in support of …
Technology is everywhere in our lives, from social media to banking, and even physical fitness. Have a problem? There is probably an app to help you solve it. But with that convenience comes with risk. YWCA Peterborough Haliburton recently launched a Tech Abuse Series to raise awareness and empower audiences around technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV). …
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On September 30th, YWCA Peterborough Haliburton will set up a booth at Nogojiwanong Friendship Centre’s event for The National Day for Truth & Reconciliation The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation responds to Call to Action 80 from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: “We call upon the federal government, in collaboration with Aboriginal peoples, to …
Honest Reflections, Bold Commitments: Our Journey Toward Justice and Reconciliation Read More »
We’re excited to share our 2024-2025 annual report, which highlights the progress made by the women we support. Beyond the numbers, these are stories of women’s strength, families finding stability, and a community working together to make a difference. Since 1891, YWCA Peterborough Haliburton has stood as a beacon of hope and resilience, empowering women …
Haliburton County has declared gender-based violence an epidemic Staff from YWCA Peterborough Haliburton and Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre (KSAC) led a delegation to Haliburton County Council on December 11, 2024, to ask that gender-based violence be declared an epidemic in the County. YWCA executive director Kim Dolan, YWCA Women’s Centre and HERS manager Nycole Duncan, …
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Morton Family Foundation marks 5th year of $50,000 donations to YWCA Haliburton programs The Morton Family Foundation has given an incredible donation of $50,000 to YWCA Peterborough Haliburton for the fifth consecutive year, supporting the YWCA’s services for women and children in Haliburton County. Patricia and David Morton have been generous donors to the YWCA …
A Video Message of Gratitude for Your Kindness in 2024 Dear friends, As we mark the winter solstice and celebrate the holiday season, it’s a good time to take a moment of quiet reflection on the year that was. I want to recognize you and your commitment to supporting our work to help women and …
